Lane blockage permit

The issue of lane blockages and/or closures is an important one because of the concern for the safety of pedestrians, the motoring public and the contractors.

This permit can be used for the following:

  • block off streets and lanes for construction, installations and repairs
  • crane work space
  • equipment
  • utility projects
  • placing a dumpster 
  • POD
  • portable storage container
  • large trash receptacle on the street


There is no charge for this permit and it is mandatory when blocking any portion of a street within Fayette County.

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Special information for dumpster placement

Sample traffic control plan

Lane blockage policy

The lane blockage policy was adopted in 2019. 

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